Patient's question:
1-week-old and 9-month-old baby, rectal temperature during nap was 36.5, is it normal? What is the normal rectal temperature?Doctor's answer:
??????Hello, generally, a temperature between 36 and 37.2 degrees Celsius is considered normal.1. Oral measurement method: First, disinfect the thermometer with 75% alcohol, place it under the tongue, close the lips tightly, and leave it for 5 minutes before removing to read the temperature. The normal range is 36.3~37.2℃.
2. Axillary measurement method: This method is less likely to cause cross-infection and is the most commonly used method for measuring body temperature. Dry the sweat in the armpit, place the mercury end of the thermometer at the top of the armpit, and secure it with the upper arm. Instruct the patient not to move, and read the temperature after 10 minutes. The normal range is 36~37℃.
3. Rectal measurement method: This method is often used for unconscious patients or children. The patient lies on their back, lubricate the tip of the rectal thermometer with oil, slowly insert it into the rectum, and advance it halfway into the thermometer. Leave it for 3 minutes before reading the temperature. The normal range is 36.5~37.7℃.